

Deeper Lore: 259 (20, 79, & 153)
Aug 1, 2024
Dive into the eerie allure of haunted house folklore and discover why these tales captivate audiences. The discussion uncovers the genre's rich history and the supernatural elements that give chills. Listeners are treated to recommendations for further spine-tingling explorations, ensuring the thrills don’t end here. Get ready for a deep dive into the unsettling stories that haunt our collective imaginations.
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Deeper Lore's Curator Role
- Deeper Lore episodes act as curated guides to related content within the podcast catalog.
- Aaron Mahnke positions them as helpful signposts for listeners wanting to go deeper on a topic.
Why Haunted Houses Resonate
- Haunted house stories tap into a deep, universal fear of a safe place being violated by unseen forces.
- These narratives remain popular because they transform familiar domestic spaces into sources of chaos and danger.
Childhood Basement Haunted House
- Aaron Mahnke recounts making a haunted-house route in his Illinois basement with props and tripwires as a child.
- He only convinced his brothers to walk through it, but he loved designing the scares.